24 Lessons Learned In A Year of Podcasting (to 10,000+ Listeners, FS052)

On our 52nd episode, we share the 24 things we learned in a year of podcasting, what we wish we would have known before we started, and how to slap yourself into gear (because, like us, you probably deserve it too).

Great tip on standing up while recording. I will have to try that one. After hearing Chase’s British accent again, I am still 100% convinced Chase = “Tom Southern” from episode 51. Keep up the good work

Cheers,

Scott

http://www.DavidJBradley.com/ David J. Bradley

My favorite tip is the simple “stand, don’t sit”. Such a minor change can have a huge impact on how you sound! Same goes for finding your best time for energy during the day.

http://thestrategicmama.com/ Vanita Cyril

Record standing up? Ok, totally gotta try that one. You guys are awesome and podcasting with partners is the best tip EV-ER! Five months ago, you guys inspired me to turn to my best blogging gal pals and say “hey, why don’t we start a podcast”. It was (and still is) an extreme amount of work but the Blogging Betties Podcast is 9 episodes in and we’re extremely happy we took the leap and did it together. Thanks so much for a great year of advice. Again, love you guys and looking forward to more years.

Preston Lee

Guys, congrats on all the huge success over the las year! I’ve been following the show since day one and have seriously loved every second of it. Here’s to another successful year and many many more to come! Best in all, guys.

Corbett Barr

Thanks Preston! Glad to hear we’re keepin’ ya entertained mon :)

Preston Lee

Ha ha. Totally keeping me entertained. And not just that, my business keeps growing every time I do what you guys recommend. Imagine that. :)

Corbett Barr

Even better!

Tom Ross

Haha that was my favourite bit too, so many weird looks at work listening to you guys cracking up out loud. Congrats on the milestone guys, you’ve earned it :).

FellowHQ

I note everyone is picking up on No 23, stand don’t sit. Which is interesting, as I’m finding that’s the best way to work anyway. I made myself a stand-up work station and everything has improved. I wrote about it here (and yes, I wrote it standing up): http://www.fellowhq.com/?p=1780

http://gilmichelini.com/ Gil Michelini

Anyone using Soundcloud for podcast?

On the stand/sit issue, I switch to standing for the whole work day in December 2013 because I could not never sit correctly and I hurt so much at the end of the day. I enjoy standing and I find I do have more energy.

The advantage of standing while podcasting is that you can breath better and–this is important for this Italian–gesticulation is easier.

http://lifestoked.com Deacon Bradley

I’m not using SoundCloud, but I know Jared Easley (@jaredeasley) just did a webinar yesterday about SoundCloud for podcasters. Hit him up on twitter, he’s super helpful!

Chase Reeves

We’re planning on moving everything over to soundcloud. I’m sure we’ll be vocal about how it is.

Podcastcoach

I just did a whole episode on Soundcloud, Libsyn, Blubrry (including video of each one’s stats) .Soundcloud is NOT ready yet to be the number one host. Why would you leave Libsyn? My episode is at schoolofpodcasting.com/410

Right now you have to dig into the RSS to find the RSS. Not exactly convenient. And you’re what saving $5 a month? If you use the blubrry powerpress plugin for your player you can turn on an embed code. Not quite as versatile as the soundcloud player, but its close.

Keep in mind Soundcloud has received over 160 million and their podcast system has been in beta for three years. THREE YEARS!. Again, just not ready to play with the big boys in my opinion. They are a music service with a minor in poor podcasting practices.

Chase Reeves

@Podcastcoach:disqus, you make some good points. The thing that excites me about Soundcloud is this: We don’t know what “listening to podcasts” will look like in 10 years… and I see Soundcloud as one of the only companies with smart enough people on the product and strategy side to explore the potentialities…

You mention RSS in your comment. I think the point is: the mass of podcast listeners in 10 years won’t ever have to know what “RSS” means. It’s already likely the case… if you use an app like Downcast, apple’s podcasts app, etc., you never have to think about an RSS feed. You search, subscribe, listen all within the app.

just interesting things to think about.

http://lifestoked.com Deacon Bradley

I’m afraid I couldn’t both stand AND talk if Chase were on the other mic. I’d be doubled over laughing… or in shock… one of the two.

Thanks for the tips guys! I’m launching my show at the end of May so this is timely for me :).

Corbett Barr

I find myself in both of those situations in every episode. Somehow Caleb and I manage :)

VeloNomad

With the music, did you ask permission to use?

Also do you have a gear list for the audio/mics etc, and workflow?

Chase Reeves

Woops, forgot those links. Just added them at the bottom of the post @VeloNomad:disqus. Yes, did get permission from Levi to use the song :)

Care Mycue

Hey Guys! Thanks for the LOL at 35min. :) For what it’s worth, I’ve listened to every episode, 42 of them twice, episode 27 at least 5 times, and I, too, would listen if you did a knitting podcast. :) Oh, and longer episodes are always better for me. Congrats on the milestone: looking forward to the next 52!

http://kimanziconstable.com/ kimanzi constable

I saw a stat that said there are 900 million websites, 250 million blogs and 175,000 blogs being added everyday. As of right now there are 140,000 podcasts. Podcasting is far less crowded right now and you’re right, now is the time to jump in and build an audience.

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http://samuelfigueroa.com/ Sam Figueroa

Don’t change a thing love this shit.

Marianne Manthey

So i finally got caught up on all the podcasts just this week (started listening to #1 way late) and it just so happens to be a year already! congrats guys, i love the podcast and always recommend it to my readers. it’s actually the ONLY podcast i listen to… seriously.

http://www.successwithfocus.com/about/ Jeff Jones

Still catching up-LOL! Totally enjoyed the show and the list. Thanks for all you guys do! Chase is a rock star!

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